Property Owners ‘should sacaaily read this Eee we send it to you free, and asa 
urtesy to us, if you really have no interest in its pages, will you piece hand it to'a 
ighbor, who, we END x, wil appreciate your kindness, - 


: a ee E. GLINES, 


—MANUFACTURER OF— 





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. Kn this’ éntaioeae we have a cnyiae to ints as ézoncisely as "possible th the Satire 
of our manufactures; the uses for which we recommend them; the quantity ‘required, oe 
and the mode of applying ; how to measure a given surface, and ealculate the number of 
square feet to be roofed or painted ; and-our Frices (which are low), Following these partic- 
ulars in detail are a few of the thousands of testimonials we have on file from parties who 
have practically tested our manufactures. e can offer no better proof of the value of our 
standard goods. Their statements are madé with absolute truth and sincerity, based orem 
actual knowledge derived from their use of our goods on every class of roof. 

Many are from leading men in their particular section, and well known throughout. phair 
county. Being disinterested parties their remarks can berelied on. We have had a ‘business’ 
acquaintance with all, but a ‘‘personal”’ acquaintance with few, for the kindly pEdheemas= 
come from Maine to Texas and from New York to California. 

If you will write us fully (see page leaded “Special Estimates”) 
us will send samples Free, also estimate and any further information ~ 

esired. 

Having given however complete: particulars in the following pages, ewe $2 
suggest that you read then) carefullv and send an order. 

You ean readily determine the Quantity, the class of material desired, 
and the amount necessary to Remit. 


Roofing... 2 . 


When a practical man wants goods he buys from parties who incinsficbube and whose : 
standirig is a guarantee of the quality of the goods they sell, ie Se ee 
This should specially apply to any one ; Gee ge OS see 
wanting a permanent Roof. Stee jae S 
Another class of men patronize the "teas" roofer, who. charges @rorbtiant prices, - Ss ; 
collects his bill, and skips the town: a few rains usually prove the roof to be in worse con- | 
dition than ever before. = 
Then there are-the utterly irresponsible “dealers” in roofing who copy the enon lane; aN 
testimonials, editorials, trade marks, or illustrations of goods of known reputation ; they a 
adopt similar names for their goods and will even assume a similar firm name to deceive YP pe eh ee tay 
ee this class of dealing they have nothing to lose and everything to gain ! = 
These imposters are worse than the tramps for they victimize =: 
you with “‘cheap” roofing, the most. worthless article you-can oF, 
possibly put on the poorest. building. : 
The intelligent man who wants the Best. roof that it is posible to procure, applies 
where it is most reasonable that such roofing may be obtained. ae 
The estimation in which our Rubber. Roofing is held by ater 
patrons 's shown by cordial.endorsements from every state bt nee eee 
the Union: their testimony is wniversally favorable. : 











Owing to certain parties using the names of our references for objectionable purposes, $e 
we have omiited P, O. addresses in this circualr, but will furnish same to persons mee 
to correspond with any of them. : 





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The superiority of our Rubber Roofing over all other compos- 
ition roofing, is so established that architects, builders, 
carpenters, tinners,- farmers ne property owners use it 
on all class of buildings. 


As might be expected the lange sale and extensive use of - 
Rubber Roofing led to the manifacture of cheap and worthless 
imitations: parties selling such, may tell you their imitations = - _——s* 
are “‘just as good,” when in fact they know they are deceiving 
you, and that their purchaser is liable to prosecution, as well as ~~ 
themselves. See that our Trade mark is on every package. ~ ieee i 


“Cheap” Roofing is expensive because it is not durable and is made of the poorest quality 
of stock obtainable. 


Of this there is not the slightest doubt and the same remark applies to any other article, = ~ a . 
purchased more with a view to ‘‘cheapness’’ than to durability. Ses Te 


The lightness of weight of this inferior material, is another important item to be con- 

sidered when accounting for its cheapness in price, and is where the consumer of it virtually ~ 

pays the manufacturer as much for what the same quantity in weight of Rubber Roofing — 

would cost. Then the labor applying is, undoubtedly more expensive, owing to the tender, 

brittle, and delapidated condition of the felt they supply, and which is frequently short in 

ert necessitating long delays to procure additional material to ee Somplete the - S: 

uildin ee 
5 The best material for any roof withovt question; is our superior Rubber Roofing. ae ‘= ais — 


CORRESPONDENCE SOLICITED. DAG eee 


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Merit—is our claim for the Public patronage of 





Every builder will concur in the stalement that the Roof is a most important part of 
the building. If allowed to leak or fall into decay, the rest of the structure, many times more 
valuable in Money outlay, will speedily become worthless. It is no wonder that Roofing 
has been the subject of much consideration, in order to procure some material efficient, 
durable, and at the same time Economical. Iron, shingle, tin, tar and gravel roofs have all 
been tried, and, with the exception of the Jatter, have answered admirably for quite a long 
time, but sooner or] .ter they succumb to the action of the weather. It is obvious, therefore, 
that a material which is practically indestructible by sun, rain or frost would fill the require- 
ments where others fail. Such an article is Rubber, which in different forms, has now been 
used for fifteen years past and we have succeeded in meeting every wantrequired in a good, 
durable and economical roof. The lightest as well as the cheapest roof that could be put on ; 
we supply ready for use. It can be laid over old shingles, and is as near being Fire-proof as a 
Roof can be made. It is also useful in covering sides of buildings, and in laying underneath 
floor boards. Insurance can be etfected at the same rates as when Tin is employed to roof a 
building, and the material can be laid by anyone, even if not an experienced mechanic. 

We are practical Roofers, and are fully acquainted with the merits and demerits of all 
the various kinds of Roofing. For years past we have been engaged in testing materials of 
our own manufacture, which we have so far perfected that we now present them to you 
with confidence that they will meet your approval. Our Rubber Roofing is perfectly adapted 
to roofs of all kinds, and of every degree of slepe. Exposed to the most direct rays of the 
summer sun, it will steadily harden, while it will not crack or break during the most severe 
Winter weather, and it will shed water as readily as the best Tin roof. With this material 
properly laid, a water-tight roof can be obtained under the most difficult situations. It 
requires no other Care than is, or should be, bestowed on every Tin roof. 

Our Rubber Roofing being laid receives two heavy coats.of Slate Paint and is finished. 





was first brought to the notice of the public in the City of New York in 1870, since which 
time it has been used on buildings of every description throughout North and South America, 
and has given general satisfaction. It has been used on manufactories of the Largest class, 
warehouses, stores, railroad depots, car houses, engine and boiler houses, railroad bridges, 
costly Dwellings, school houses, seminaries,and in fact upon every class of buildings since its 
introduction, for Rubber Roofing costs less than Shingles, about haif the price of tin or iron, 
and will last a life time in any climate. 

It is manufactured only by us, and is prepared from felt of a pure wool fibre. This is 

saturated in compounds of Rubber, &c. which render it entirely impervious to water: it is 
then rolled and re-rolled under hydraulic pressure until leaving our machinery it appears as 
a strong, compact, cleanly and pliable material, suitable for satisfactory use wherever a 
weather-proof roof is wanted. 
Rubber Roofing forms the Base of our roof, which is completed by applying Two coats of 
pure Slate Paint, Jast coat sanded. We manufacture several grades of Rubber Roofing ; the 
quality of all are alike, the differeuce in Grade or price being simply the difference in thickness 
of the material you may select. We advise the use of our heaviest; it is most durable and 
therefore cheapest, although the first cost may be more: caps, nails and Labor are the same 
in either case, and the only real difference being between the selection in price of the Rubber 
Roofing desired as the base of the roof. 


RUBBER ROOFING 


is made of reliable stock. Care is taken in the selection of the best Raw material that the best 
manufactured material may be produced. Equal care is taken in the process of manufacture 
that the different Grades may be uniform in weight, length &c., and every square unroll 
perfectly. Weemploy none but experienced workmen, and we give the factories our daily 
personal attention. It is therefore with entire confidence that we recommend Rubber Roofing 
as a reliable roofing; this confidence on our part is the result.of many years tests of our cus- 
tomers. They have used the goods in every state in the Union, in Canada, New Founland, 
Nova Scotia, West Indies, Australia and South America. 

Extreme heat, or sudden changes in’ the weather will not effect Rubber Roofing if our 
directions are followed in laying, painting and case of the roof. 


Rubber Roofing is Pire-Proof—‘‘Shingles” are Not, 


Shingles may be “ cheap,” but Rubber Roofing when painted is Fire-proof, 


The Grades of Rubber Roofing 


are Three, which are distinguished as “‘ Number 1,” ‘“ Number Two” and “ Number Three.” 
All are supplied ready for use: will shed water rapidly and are odorless when painted: no 
heavy weight of ‘“gravel’’ is required on genuine Rubber Roofing, and no “ heating” is re- 
quired in applying genwine Slate Paint. 

Ifthe building on which this roofing is to be applied is located so as to be exposed to 
cyclones, or is open and subjected to great wind pressure on the inside, put a row of tin 
caps, which we send with the roofing, in the centre of each sheet, about two feet apart. 

Use wire nail in each tin, driving them down solidly. 

Rubber Roofing will give positive satisfaction if directions are followed: put the 
material on properly: paint two coats: and you havea good, water tight and fire-proof 
roof with any of our materials. When the paint has worn off (which will not be for sev- 
eral years) repaint the roof; this protects surface and keeps it water tight. 


“NUMBER ONE” RUBBER ROOFING 


is of two thicknesses of felt, and one of water-proof composition, and an excellent roof for 
sheds, poultry houses, or out buildings. It is put up in rolls of 325 square feet, and covers 
(including lap) 300 square feet of surface. Rolls being 32 inches wide and 120 feet long. 
Weight about 50 lb. to each 100 square feet (including paint, etc.) 


Price per roll of three squares. 


With Nails, Caps and Slate Paint for one coat, . ; - $6 00 
of ““ &c “cc “cc cc ce two coats i i A 7 50 


This makes a good and low priced roof and gives you complete material for Two cENTS A 
SQUARE Foot. We advise the two coats of paint, difference being only half a centa square foot 
extra, and Number One Rubber Roofing will then last twice as long. 


“NUMBER TWO”’ RUBBER ROOFING 


is of three thicknesses of felt, two of water-proof composition, and is much heavier than 
our “Number 1” Roofing; it forms an excellent roof for barns, porches, stables and out 
buildings of all kinds. It is furnished in rolls covering 100 square feet; width 32 inches; 
length 40 feet; weigth per square (including nails, caps and paint for two coats) 75 pounds. 


Price $3.25 for complete materia's. 


In all parts of the country are sheds and storehouses of many thousands of square feet 
in extent which have been covered with metal and shingle roofs at a great cost. Especially 
is this true of the cotton and tobacco sheds of the South, and the great storehouses along 
the Western rivers. In course of time they have come to leak in so many places as to seri- 
ously damage what they showld protect, To repair them or remove them and substitute 
another metal or shingle.roof involves a large expense and many weeks of valuable time. 
Besides, in many places, it is with great difficulty that Skilled labor can be had in sufficient 
quantity to put on these new roofs between storms. 


The public want has been for reliable material that could be quickly laid by unexperienced 
persons, and would not cost more than the building was worth. Neither did they want the 
roofing to cost more than protection of contents was worth to them. The moral of this is 
they wanted a cheap roof, and in getting a cheap roof they did not want to send 100 miles or 
less and get a high price ‘‘ Roofer” at $3.00 a day ‘‘ and expenses.”’ A careless Roofer will 
make more leaks than he stops, besides charging you for his services. A man with some 
common sense and judgement who will carefully study the directions for applying our ma- 
terials will give a satisfactory result, for our materials are the Best, and are ready for use. 


The public want was not only a low price roof, but also one that could be put on at small 
cost, and one that would prove a thoroughly weather-proof roof. 


No. 2 Rubber Roofing combines these important merits and is recommended fully for 
the class of buildings named, it. 


“Number Two” Rubber Roofing only $3.25 a square. 


Take half the care of our No. 3 Roof that is given to tin and it will outlast the best tin roof. 





























FOR Stren: FLAT SURF pee 
RUBBER ROOFING 


NUMBER THREE RUBBER ROOFING 


is our heaviest and best. It is guaranteed to unroll perfecily. Thisis an important saving 
of time in laying; most imitations stick together in unrolling, causing it to break and tear 
so the roof has to be “patched” in spots. Our Number Three presents when laida 
perfectly flat surface resembling Tin. It is painted two coats of Pure Slate Paint 
Genuine Slate Paint contains no Tar and is Red in 

color. This Slate Paint fully protects the surface of 

Rubber Roofing. Thereis no “Black” Slate Paint, any 

party offering such is a fraud. See that your Slate 

Paint is Red, the only color of genuine Slate Paint. 

Our Number 3 Rubber Roofing combines the important qualities of strength and dura- 
bility. Its Superior Method of Construction, Uniformity of Finish, Facility of Application, 
and Durability, justify us in reeoommending this Roofing as combining more merits and 
fewer faults than any other roofing now in use It unites the most reliable water-proof 
materials in the best manner (process patented) and at the lowest price. There is 


First—A heavy foundation of Water-proof Felt. 


Szeconp—A layer of Water-proof Composition containing a large percentage of ground 
Slate thoroughly incorporated therein which sets and hardens, firm yet elastic. 


Tuirp—A Sheet of Strong Canvas thoroughly Water-proofed. 
FourtH—Another layer of Water-proof Composition, and 
Firta—Another layer of Water-proof Felt. 


The whole is repeatedly subjected, in process of manufacture, to great pressure, and the 
result is a}firm, solid fabric. After the Roofing is nailed to the roof-boards and the joints 
secured (see full directions for applying) two heavy coats of our Slate Roofing Paint are ap- 
plied over the whole surface which finishes the roof. 

Our Roofing is “ready” for application, and can be applied by ordinary workmen or 
handy man having no previous experience by simply following the directions given in cir- 
cular. No particular skill is required, only a knife, hammer and some common sense. 


NO COAL TAR USED IN THIS ROOFING. 


Number Three Rubber Roofing is furnished in rolls covering 100 sq. ft. Width, 
32 inches; length, 40 ft.; weight per square, 10 x 10 ft., including nails, caps and paint for 
two coats, about 100 pounds. Price for complete materials, $8.75. 

This roof will last a lifetime if painted every few years with genuine Slate Paint. One 
gallon of Slate Paint will cover 100 square feet of surface, so the “‘expense”’ is small. The 
result is a perfect roof. On steep or flat roofs it presents a smooth unbroken surface and 
is practically fire-proof. There is nothing equal to this Roofing for laying over old shingles; 
it can be done with perfect satisfaction. 

Tin or iron are expensive in first cust and they must be painted every two years, or in 
time become so rusted and corroded as to be Worthless. Insurance on our material is the 
same as when metal is used, and our Number Three Rubber Roofing saves you half the first 
cost of tin oriron. Weaski that you giveit equal care in painting, as our Slate Paint is 
the protection fo the surface of the Roofing. 




















Gur materials not only preserve property, but greatly increase its Value, 


SUGGESTIONS 


To Real Hsitarte Owners, Trustees and Agents. 


All Roofs Should be Kept in Order: This is a statement to which no ex. 
ception can be taken. Necessity compels attention. The repairs of the old roof may be 
delayed, but the leak, when it develops, requires immediate attention. Neglect is hazardous, 
The storm of a single night may cause hundreds of dollars of damage to furniture, merchan- 
dise or crops. It may even cause the ruin of a costly frescoed ceiling, and its fall, with the 
consequent damage to elegant carpets and ornaments. 


Examine Your Own Roofs. Do it now; do it yourseifand don’t tell any one else 
to do it for you. Ifit needs repairs, you may be sure that there is no economy in delay; a few 
dollars spent at once will often save an old roof, protecting the property within, and im- 
proving the appearance without. 


“Why Will You Allow Your Roof to Decay and go to Ruin, when you 
are so careful of your clapboards and sidings? these you paint and keep in good repair, 
because without it they offend the eye, and you reap the benefit in appearance as well as the 
fact that they last a lifetime. 


Why Not Make Your Roof Last a Life-Time, and save the expense of a 
new roof every ten or fifteen years. It Cam Be Done with even less; expense and care 
than you bestow on your sidings, because our roofing materials cost less. If you are care- 
ful to use good Slate Paint, and have it thoroughly applied, it will not only resist the 
effects of water and wind, but will go very far towards shielding you from Fire. 


A Cheap Article will Prove a Poor One. There is more economy in buy- 
ing a first-class roofing paint, at a reasonable price, than in purchasing another because it is 
cheaper. Constant study for years: powerful, improved and special machinery for the care- 
ful combination of pure ingredients, all of which are protected by numerous U. S. Letters 
Patent have long since given goods of our manufacture the leading position in the market, 
as to cost, quality or durability. 

Read carefully what our Book Circular states; what people say who have had practical 
experience with our goods, write us for estimate or other information wanted, and write soon. 


Rubber Roofing being very elastic, is strongly recommended by Architects, Corporations, 
Public Institutions, Builders and leading men in all sections, can be laid over old shingles, 
felt, plastic and mastic roofs with positive satisfaction ; is odorless even in hot weather; sheds 
water readily, and is a strictly reliable article. It is far superior to any other roofing in the 
world for convience in laying, and combines the ornamental appearance, durability, and 
fire-proof qualities of tin, at one-third the cost. 

No Tar or Gravel Used. 


And such simple directions for applying that any one can his own house 


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Reliable Roofing for any building, large or small, can be obtained of us quickly, cheaply 
and in any quantity for 


DWELLINGS, SEMINARIES, MILLS, FOUNDRIES, 
BARNS, HOTELS, FACTORIES, WARE-HOUSES, 
DEPOTS, STABLES, BRIDGES, PORCHES. 


Your patronage is Solicited, 


“Your patronage\is’solicited, 


We commend these materials for use— 


ist. On Dwelling Houses, Barns, Stables, and Out-Houses of all kinds, 
confident that they will give satisfaction wherever a durable and reasonably cheap weather- 
proof roof is wanted. 


Note— Whenever the water from the roof is reserved in cisterns, for domestic uses, we expressly 
desire that the fact be stated in ordering Slate Roofing Paint, as upon such roofs it is necessary that 
the water should be turned off from the cisterns for the first two or three rains. 


24d. On Churches, Theatres, Warehouses, Railroad Depots, Bridges 
and all kinds of large buildings. 


Note—The noise caused by rain and hail on metal roofs of all kinds, is leading the principal 
architects of the country to discard those metals, and substitute our Elastic Rubber Roofing, which 
is noiseless. 

3d. On Factories, Foundries, Mills, Machine Shops, and Round 
(Engine) Houses. 


Note—Vfor this class of roofs we claim for our materials special merits. Owing to the vibration 
of the building caused by the action of heavy machinery, it has heretofore been found difficult to keep 
the roofs in order. Especially are tin roofs liable to be broken cnd drawn apart, by reason of the 
forces of expansion and contraction caused by ever-varing temperatures acting in connection with 
the vibrations caused by the machinery. In addition to which, the fumes arising from chemical 
ingredients used in factories, and the steam from engines and boilers wnite in destroying tin roofs by 
corrosion. These causes have no effect on our Roofing Materials. 


4th. All classes of Roofs, whether Flat or Steep. 











This, after all, is more immediately interesting to most persons than the matter of lay- 
ing new roofs, and to it we give special attention. We have found by experiment that our 
Slate Roofing Paint is the best paint for any roof, and that the.invention made for special 
use on our Rubber Roofing is equally valuable on any roof needing protection and pre- 
servation. 








For Shingle Roofs, when new, a coat of this paint will effectually prevent the 
curling and warping of the shingles, and by this means will tend to obviate the liability to 
leaks, and thus prevent decay. On old shingle roofs, even when badly warped, it has been 
found that one coat of this paint would, in most instances, flatten the shingles, render them 
perfectly water-tight, arrest decay, and save the roof. There are many roofs so painted that 
bid fair to last for years, which, without the Paint, could not have remained in use more 
than one or two years. 


These general remarks apply equally to Tin Roofs and to all others, except such as 
are heavily coated with coal tar, 


Dampness in cellar walls Prevented by using Slate Patnt 


Laying and Painting Rubber Roofing. 


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The principal advantage which a Flat Roof has over a steep one is, that instead of an 
attic, good square rooms are gained in the upper story of a building, equally commodious, 
and much better ventilated than those in other portions of the building. 


The surface covered on a flat-roofed building is not so great by nearly one-third as on a 
steep roof; thus a gain is effected, not only in the lumber and labor used in its construction, 
but in the cost of covering it. 


Another advantage gained in a Flat Roofed building, is, that in winter no quantity of 
Snow lodges upon it. The wind, having free cope across its surface, blows it away as 
fast as it falls, while on the lee side of a steep roof there is always a lodgment of snow, which 
oftens hardens before falling to the ground,thereby rendering it dangerous for persons who 
may be passing. 

Flat roofs have been mostly covered with tin,zinc or iron; but the cost of either of these 
materials, and the fact that they render the upper rooms very uncomfortable in summer, 
(from the great heat caused by the rays of the sun upon them, and which is known to be 
very oppressive under a metal covering ;) coupled with a knowledge that they are greatly 
affected by changes of temperature, which cause them to contract, or expand and thereby 
work loose at the joints and ridges (which are soldered,) and consequently to leak, has been 
a great objection to their general adoption. 

A Flat Roof should have proper pitch or fall,not less than two inches to the foot to carry off 
water freely. Rubber Roofing gives entire satisfaction on such surfaces even where Shingles, 
“Gravel” or other material are a ¢otal failure, 








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The use of Sand immediately after applying last coat of paint is not necessary, but we 
recommend it, as being a protection to the roof, making it more Fire-proof and durable at 
trifjng expense. Any fine dry sand will answer, and you should use as much as the paint 
will absorb. Sprinkle on a liberal coat. 


In laying Rubber Roofing, if by any accident a hole should be made in the Rubber, 


put Cement over the hole, then a patch of Rubber six or eight inches square, nail and cap 
all around; do this after the main roof is laid and before painting. 


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Where the end of roll does not extend to edge of roof, lap the end of second roll two inches, 
and then cap and nail the lap same as at edge of roll. 





_ All we say in this circular we believe to be true, but we will not, hold ourselves 
responsible for leaky roofs, (the result of improperly applying materials, ) nor damage to 
goods after shipping in good order. Nor will we take any responsibility whatever, except 
to deliver every man what he buys and pays for. 


He new” Paint: Glines’ Slate Paint has been tested over 10 years. 


SPECIAL’ ESTIMATES. 


Im REQUESTING EstIMATES FOR USE OF OUR Fine Grape Housx Paints, MENTION— 

1st. Kind of surface (wood, brick, plaster, or iron; reugh or smooth, and whether for 
inside or outside use.) 

2d. Present condition of surface, and when last painted. 

3d. Length, width, and highth of room, house, or building; if a fence, give length and 
highth; ifa oor, give length and width. 
When writing for Estimates on Roofs, always state— 

1st. Kind of surface, (tin, shin vt iron, felt, or boards.) 

2d. Whether roof is steep or flat. 

3d. Present condition of roof, and about how long has it been on. 

aot If ever before painted. what was used, 

: Length and width of building. 





METAL CAPS 


Are of Tin, saucer shaped, three-fourths of an inch in diameter, with hole punched in the 
centre. By their use an extra lens e head is pctically given to the nail, which therefore, 
firmly holds the felt in its place. They should be nailed every two inches. Always begin in 
the centre of roll and cap along the lap to the edge of roof. In nailing from edge to centre, 
you are liable to get the felt crooked: 1 pound of caps is required for 100 sq. ft. of Roofing. 





SLATE ROOFING CEMENT 


Is invaluable for the preliminary work of stopping perceptible leaks, pointing about china- 
neys, etc.—apply with stick or trowel. It isa good plan, in using this cement on roofs, to 
cover it with a strip or patch of common muslin, press this down, and then paint over 
muslin. A 10 pound can is sufficient for an ordinary roof. 


CAUTION. 


All parties purchasing either “ Russrs Roorine”’ or “ SuaTEe eee Paimt,”’ are liable 

_ to Prosecution, unless the headers bears our Trade Mark. Various parties are either copying 

our testimonials, editorials, advertisements, references, or circulars; or infringing on our 

Copyrights, or Patents, and damage the reputation of our goods. 

Beware of unscrupulous parties offering ‘‘Slate Paint” or something “‘just the same.” 

Remember our materials have had the most severe test of all, the test of time. Remember 
they aresused in every state in the Union, and with satisfaction 








“Extra” ota Brush, $2.50 “No. 8” For Shingles, &e., $1.00 
Manufactured ressly for our trade. 
Before using new brushes, soak two of the Bristles in water a few hours. 


Gewine Slate Paint stops leaks cheaply and effectually, Try i! 


y, Paint Your Roofs. 


The shingle roof of the present day is a comparatively modern substitute for the more 
lasting and durable covering of the early ages. A good water-tight roof is one of the very 
important requisites of a good building, and in imitation of the slate and tile of older 
countries, the American shingle seems to have reached perfection. 

Of late years, fancy cut shingles have come greatly into use, for the reason that it has 
gradually dawned upon the American architect and builder that the long black surface of a 
pitched roof, might be designed with some thought of the beautiful. Why not go astep 
farther 

Ten years ago painted roofs were unheard of; it was either deemed a waste of material, 
or the idea that a shingle roof could be rendered handsome by the application of color, was 
beyond the conception of those who inaugurated the American idea of white houses and 
green blinds. 

At the present day, walls are painted all shades and colors, drabs, grays and greens 
predominating, while roofs are finished in dark tints and reds, the first in imitation of slate; 
the second, tiles. There is no good reason why we should neglect our roof, simply because 
it is a plain surface without ornamentation—the more the reason why we should lend some 
artistic character to it. Paint your roofs as you paint your walls, and you not only add to 
its lasting qualities, but help to carry out that symmetry of color so essential in nature to a 
harmonious whole. 

We thus not only carry out the laws of good taste in decoration, but add greatly to the 
lasting qualities of the roof; for while a good pine shingle may be depended on for ten years 
if put on in its natural state, a painted shingle will be found in perfect condition at the end 
of fifteen years.—‘‘ Builders’ Gazette,” Pittsburgh, Pa, Feb. 15, 1889. 


Liquid Slate Paint. 


We have received several communications in regard to Glines Patent Slate Roofing 
Paint and inquiries as to cost, means of obtaining, &c. An explanation of the process may 
not come amiss. The Slate dust which accumulated around quarries was until quite lately 
considered a waste product and was moreover a source of annoyance and inconvenience to 
the stone workers, But it was found that by mixing it with certain ingredients a paste 
could be formed which while plastic and capable of being moulded into any shape, would 
become perfectly indurated and compact on drying. 

The compound is then neither more or less than ordinary slate, supposing the latter to 
be possessed of the additional good qualities which have been secured. It is.certainly water- 
proof and is a reliable defence against fire: at all events it would prevent falling sparks and 
cinders from igniting the wood work beneath in the same manner that natural slates do. 
It appears that the compound has been adopted quite extensively in the East and in a quiet 
business-like manner its manufacturers have been steadily enlarging its use, while the 
general public and all not immediately concerned were ignorant of its very existence. 
Genuine Slate Paint is manufactured only by Indiana Paint & Roofing Co., New York City, 
and our readers should send for their illustrated book circular, 

—Mining and Scientific Press, San Francisco, Cal., Jan. 10, 1874. 


Painting Tin Roofs with Coal Tar. 


From P. J. R., Jacksonville, Oregon.—I desire to inquire if , 
painting a tin roof with coal tar is advisable. It seems to me 
that coal tar would adhere much beter than any other paint. 


Answer.—From personal experience with coal tar we can- 
not recommend its use, but, rather, are compelled to uttera 
word of caution to our correspondent who is contemplating 
its employment. Without entering into the fine chemical 
points involved, we would say that there is an acid about 
coal tar which is extremely destructive to a tin roof, and that 
the wear and tear from tar paint, in our estimation, is much 
more than the wear and tear from the elements. We believe 
that the application of coal tar tends directly to the destruc- 
tion of the tin roof rather than its preservation. 

—Metal Worker, N. Y., Dec. 4, 1880. 


Slate Paint contains no tar, is dark red in color and is 
guaranteed to protect and preserve tin or iron roofs. 





QUANTITY 
Of Slate Roofing Paint needed to cover 100 square feet, (10x10, or one square). 
Shingles need one cvat : . E : ; ¥ from 2 to 8 gallons. 
Tin or Iron needs one coat ; d P : : “ ee tO i 
Rubber Roofing needs two coats ‘ ; s . . BE atktaz: of 
Felt “c ac “ “ 4 “ 14 to 2 cc 


“Slate paint”’ being heavy body, a little more is required than of ordinary paint. 


The only patented Roofing Paint.—Be sure you get the genuine. 


FIRE-PROOF. ORNAMENTAL. 


Slate Roofing Paint, 


STOPS ALL LEAKS. 


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SAVES RE-SHINGLING. PRESERVES TIN OR IRON. 


Best in the World for Tin, Iron and Shingle Roofs. 


This paint has never been successfully imitated. The bodv of the Paint is pure slate 
flour, so ground and combined with lead, oils and dryers, that it forms the only truly 
weather-proof paint ever yet offered. We wish it to be distinctly understood that in designa- 
ting it thus, we mean to imply that it combines all the merits of the best white lead, or other 
mineral pigment, ground in linseed oil, with a tenacity and elasticity which is peculiarly its 
own, and which enables it to withstand all the vicissitudes of extreme heat in summer, or 
severe cold in winter. We willingly concede the merits of such paints as we have alluded 
to, but claim that our Slate Roofing Paimt is superior, in that it is not liable to crack 
or draw apart, even after long exposure. Upon it we depend for the protection and 
preservation ot the Rubber Roofing. 

Only Colors are Red and Chocolate-—No Heating Required. 


Old Shingle Roofs can be painted looking much better, and lasting longer than new 
shingles without the paint. On decayed shingies it fills up the holes and pores, and gives a 
new substantial roof that lasts for years. Curled or warped shingles it brings to their places 
and keeps them there. 

This slate paint requires no thinning, is applied with a brush, and very ornamental. It 
neither cracks in winter nor runs in summer. Besure you obtain our genuine article which 
is chocolate color when first applied, changes to a uniform slate color, and is to all intents 
and purposes slate. 

On Tin or Iron Roofs the red color is often preferred, and is acknowledged the 
best paint in the market for durability, on metal surfaces. It has a heavy body, but is easily 
applied; expands by heat, contracts by cold, is a slow dryer, and never cracks nor scales. 
One coat is equal to 3!o0f any other paint, 

For Brick or Porous Walls where water penetrates causing dampness in the 
house and ruining the plaster and wall paper, two coats of Slate Paint is a perfect cure, as 
it prevents bricks absorbing moisture. A gallon and a half is required to 100 square feet. 

NO TAR is used in this composition, therefore it neither cracks in winter nor runs in 
summer. It will stop leaks in Tar and Gravel roofs, at a small expense. 

Slate Paint is Extremely Cheap. 

1st.—It is just the Paint for sheds, or manufacturers’ out-buildings generally, rough 
boards fences, &c. 

2nd.—Is heavy bodied ; one coat being equal to about Three of any other paint, and 
when dry is practically Slate! 

3rd.—Is Elastic—will expand or contract with heat or cold (which no other paint in use 
does or claims to do—an indispensable quality in a durable Roofing paint! 

4th.—It will not crack, peel nor scarle; beiug Slate will not rust or corrode? 

5th.—It will protect, Preserve and Improve rough woodwork. 

6th.—For brick walls it is the only reliable Paint ever introduced, that will effectually 
prevent dampness from penetrating and discoloring the plaster, wall paper, &c. 

7th.—It may be used as Priming and painted over with lighter shade of other paint. 

8th.—Our paint is fire-proof against sparks; @ very important fact. 

Should the Slate Paint be too heavy to work easy with a brush, thin only with boiled 
linseed oil or Japan. If you keep paint properly stirred while using, Thinning is not required. 

The public are specially Cautioned regarding the numerous worthless imitations of 
Genuine Slate Paint, and the Frauds who copy our references, testimonials, editorials, 


circulars, etc. , 
For Size of Packages, &c., See Price List Page. 


Leaky Roofs Made Good. 


In all parts of the country are sheds and storehouses of many thousands of 
square feet in extent which have been covered with metal and shingle roofs at 4 
great cost. Especially is this true of the cotton and tobacco sheds of the South, 
and the great storehouses along the Western rivers. In course of time they have 
come to leak in so many places as to seriously damage what they should protect, 
To repair them or to remove them and substitute another metal or shingle roof in- 
volves a large expense and many weeks of valuable time. Besides, in many places, 
it is with great difficulty skilled labor can be had in sufficient quantity to put on 
these new roofs between storms. 


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To repair such roofs quickly, surely and cheaply, has been to us, for a long 
time, a difficult problem. We have, at length, solved it. We have found that a 
heavy bodied Slate Roofing Paint, similar to that used for rubber roofing, but 
heavier, just answers the conditions, The application is simple. First go care- 
fully over the roof and note ail the holes in the shingles, or places rusted through 
the metal. Paint them over with the Slate Roofing Paint, lay over them a piece 
of felt or of cotton cloth, and then paint over the pieces with the Slate Paint, 


(For large holes in the roof, or about chimneys, sky-lights, etc., we recommend 
using our Slate Cement first, then paint and patch as above stated.) 


When the roof has been thus thoroughly patched, give it a good covering of 
Slate Roofing Paint. A roof so defective as to be impossible to repair in the usual 
way can be made perfectly water tight and to last many years, The worst roofs 
will need two coats of this valuable preparation. Anyone can apply it, for we fur- 
nish it ready-mixed in any quantity, and it is easily applied with a good sized paint 
brush, Correspondence is invited with the owners of such roofs, and estimates fur- 
nished. 





Farmers. 


Roofs that leak are costly property. You cannot afford them. The damage to 
your housed crops, which result from one storm, is often more than the cost of putting 
your barn roof inorder. Theyearly decay of agricultural machinery and implements, 
arising from leaky roofs on out-houses, would more than pay the cost of roofing every 
crib, shed and store-house on your farm. Your stock suffers from the dripping of 
your stable roof, and the necessity of their lying in wet stalls. These evils affect 
property, but when your house roof leaks it is worse yet—then comfort departs, and 
you have a garret full of pails and pans, to catch the steady streams; there are wet 
ceilings and falling plaster; there is spoiled furniture, damp bedding and rheumatism; 
there is the anxious wife, wearied with running up stairs to guard against new leaks; 
it is decay, and ruin, and property wasted. You cannot afford it. Our Slate Roofing 
Paint will end your difficulties and make your roofs water-tight. For new roofs, our 
Rubber Roofing, covered with Slate Roofing Paint, gives satisfaction to anyone. 

Try the materials on one building. 


INSTRUCTIONS 


BOR RE PA TEEN GealhA Koy? ROOr Ss 


WITH 


SLATE ROOFING PAINT AND CEMENT. 


Stir the paint thoroughly immediately before and while using. 
The various colors of our Slate Roofing Paint are all of one quality. 
Never apply paint to other than a dry surface. 


Cement must in all cases, be carefully applied about the chimney copings, and elsewhere it 
needed. We prefer haying this part done about a week before the roof is painted. 


OLD SHINGLE ROOFS, 


Remove moss or other rubbish ; nail down all loose shingles, or those badly warped : apply 
Cement with a trowel or piece of shingle to all crevices which show sign of leaking, also about 
the chimney. Where new shingles are required it is often better to insert pieces of tin 3x6, 
which answeres all purposes, and will not disturb several old shingles, as the insertion of a new 
shingle would. When complete and perfectly dry, give entire roof a heavy coat of Slate Paint,. 
which fills up the holes and pores, prevents snow or water “‘setting back,” preserves the shingles, 
makes them fire-proof, and gives entire roof the ornamental appearance of Slate. 


FLAT SHINGLE ROOFS. 


First require Cement liberally applied to all holes or fissures and about the chimney : second, a 
heavy coat of Paint. Should this not stop all leaks, examine roof carefully to see if you did 
not omit the Cemenf in some places: if not apply a second heavy coat of Paint. These roofs 
require more Cement and Paint than others, and are more difficult to make water-tight, as car- 
penters and house-owners well know. The roof haying no proper “fall,” a solid barrier imper 
vious to water must be given the surface, to prevent leaks. 


CANVAS ROOFS 


Can often be made water-tight by applying one heavy coat of Slate Paint. Such roofs are large- 
ly used as temporary coverings on boats, cars. wagons, and buildings. 


FELT OR ASBESTOS ROOFS. 


Repair all unsound places with new felt or canvas and our Cement, first working latter into and 
under the cracks, then apply a heavy coat of Slate Paint, which will keep the felt pliable and 
usally preyent any further cracking. 


FELT AND GRAVEL, 


First remove all loose gravel in the locality of the leaks : if the cause of the leak cannot be 
found, cover a space two or three feet around where the leak appears about 4 of an inch with Ce- 
ment; a few days later, paint. over the Cement, then replace the gravel. 


c iDINS ORG IRON TROORS, 


First remove all portions of paint and accumulated rubbish as thoroughly as possible, then 
sweep the roof clean , examine every part carefully ; fill all holes and crevices with Cement and 


finish by painting entire roof.’ 
SLATE ROOFS. 


Remove all loose slates; partially fill space with Cement, and press slates back into position ; 
use small pieces of tin (if necessary) under or between. the slates: carefwlly repair about the 
chimney with our Cement. 4 ; 


* MATCHED BOARD ROOFS. 


Fillthe grooves with Cement, thus forming an even surface; two weeks later apply a coat of 
Slate Paint over entire roof. For new roofs of this material, it is better to paint the tongue, 
which will cement the grooved part, and form a water tight joint. 

Where battens are to be used, paint over the seams /irst; lay the battens in the green paint. 
In due time paint over the entire roof. 


Difference in “price” of lumber will pay for our Building Paper. 


Our Water-Proof Building Paper. 





Is used as a non-conductor of sound, heat, cold or dampness; makes a good floor and walt 
covering; is used in walls of ice houses; under roofs of slate, shingle of tin. 

It is flexible and will not break; it is clean, odorless and does not stick; it is unusually 
strong and not likely to be torn; it is durable, dry and jirm, and becomes better as it grows 
older; it is air-tight and water-proof: dust, odors, vapors, ete. do not pass through it ; it makes 
a house Cooler in summer and Warmer in winter; it is free from wool or anima] substances 
and does not attract or harbor vermin: it is non-electric, and resists the passage of heat or 
Atmospheres; under slate, shingles, clapboards, floors, etc. it will not become brittle or 
break. Can be used at any season in any climate. 

Our “Building” Paper is Red or leather color. 


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Applying “ No. 16” water-proof Building Paper. ‘‘ No, 16” is only $1.50 per 100 sq. ft. 
(The two men on the roof are laying and capping down Rubber Roofing.) 


FOR OUTSIDE WALLS.—The cheapest class of lumber as a foundation for this 
material answers the same purpose as the best—hence the price of our materia) is saved in the 
difference of the quality of lumber. Barns, stables and all out buildings may be readily cuv- 
ered, and when battened (as ordinarily done to cover the cracks of boarded buildings) and 

ainted, will present an appearance neat enough for ordinary dwelling houses. Cheap 
buildings for camp meetings, miners or Colonies may be quickly built of mill boards, and 
covered with this material, will be as comfortable as plastered houses; lined inside with our 
Wall and Ceiling material, will make a finished dwelling house where double the expense 
would fail in other materials, to make one of equal comfort. All buildings where live stock are 
kept should be either lined or covered outside with this material, as it is a fact well known 
that Stock must be kept comfortable to thrive. Very cheap fowl houses may be built, with 
a few pieces of scantling, some old windows and boards generally lying about the premises, 
then cover with this material; it will make the fowls more profitable. 


For Lining, Sheathing, ete.—Tack up and down the studding—the edges unit- 
ing on each alternate joist or studding, to make work Air-tight. 


FOR INSIDE WALLS, PARTITIONS, ETC. 

Use thin, common lumber, leaving spaces between, or lath; put on the same as for plas- 
ter, the boarding (or lath) of even thickness—nails well driven in. Cut the number of sheets 
required the right length for the room, to apply crosswise the laths; the paste being ready, 
and a basin of water at had, lay a number of the sheets upon boards elevated high enough to 
make work easy, having the boards a little less in width than the sheets of paper; then with 
a sponge or cloth, wet the top sheet, turn it over and apply a good coat of paste to the other 
side; by this time the sheet will have become expanded and softened sufficiently for apply- 
ing to the laths, same as Wall-paper is applied to plastering; and repeat lapping each Sheet 
about three-quarters of an inch. See that edges are well stuck down before applying another 
sheet. If the paper proves a little hard, after preparing the first, prepare also the second 
sheet in the same way, when the first will have softened sufficiently to apply to the laths. 
Keeponeahead. A dust-brush or whisk should beused to brush out wrinkles and stick paper 
to the laths; when on it may look somewhat wrinkled; it will dry perfectly Smooth. The 
sheets should be cut at all corners of the room. 

In applying wall-paper over it, paste the Wall-paper only. 


REOEIPT FOR MAKING PASTE WILL BE SENT WITH GOODS. 


“A little paint” has helped sell many a@ house, not ony quickly, but at a far vecter Price. 


DO YOUR OWN PAINTING. — 


We furnish White and other colors of Paint (see sample card of shades,) especially 
prepared and adapted for use inside or out on buildings, barns, fences and other surfaces. 

They are ready for immediate use on opening packages. We confidently offer these 
goods to customers and the trade, as the very best that are made—for the following reasons: 

COVERING CAPACITY —These Paints being made from the Best materials 
will consequently cover better and more surface than those that contain barytes or clay 
which add to the “* weight’ without increasing the body or covering quality. 

PERMANENCY OF COLOR.—Great care being taken to use only permanent 
colors, our Tints do not fade and change color after being applied, as is the case where the 
only object is to get the tint, wihout reference to proper combination of Permanent colors. 

CON VENEENCE.—Any one “ who can use a paint brush”’ can apply them. Cus- 
tomers can select tints, and, if additional quantity is wanted, can always rely on getting same 
shade, and not have two or three shades on same building as is often the case where tints 
are made experimentally. 

ECON OMY.—Being ready for use, there is no waste or excess of material, as is almost 
always the case where the customer buys Lead, Oil and Turpentine. 

With our goods he can get the right quantity and use it all up. 


PRICES 


Blues, Yellows, Indian Reds, or Blacks, $2.00 per gallon, Greens $2.50, Vermillion $3.00 
White or Others Colors on Sample Card, $1.50. 
Packages 1 to 45 gallons; and sample orders solicited, 


These paints are of proper consistency for general work. Should any thinner be required 
use only raw Linseed Oil or Turpentine. 





KEEP YOUR BUILDINGS PAINTED: it preserves and beautifies them. 
If you desire to sell them, it will repay you to paint the interior woodwork, and especially 
the outside, or even the fences, befere offering them forsale. It costs but little, and the bright, 
cheerful and well-kept appearance will add greatly to the apparent value and will pay you 
back tenfold. Try %. 





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To ascertain the amount of this paint EXAMPLE. 
required for any given surface, add the num- Front, 40 feet 
ber of feet, front and rear, to the number of Rear, 40 A 
feet in length (both sides). Multiply this by Side, 30 - 
average height and it will give the number of Side, 30 + 
square feet to be painted. Divide this by 250 — 

(one gallon covering 250 square feet, two p 140 
coats) and it will give quantity of paint in Multiply by 25 feet 
gallons required. average fee ° —_—~ 

Care should be used to see that the surface Divide by 250J 3500 | 14 
to be painted is dry before applying thepaint, Result 14 Gallons for 2 coats, 

Rete @ eee 


For fourteen years we have been selling a lead and oil Paint, ready mixed yor immediate 
use. There is no mystery about this paint. It isnot an experimental mixture of any kind. 
It is simply the best quality of While Lead and Linseed Oil, with enough zine to give it a 
glossy surface—simply this, and nothing else. Just the same as you buy at the paint store 
and mix yourself; and the only advantage we claim for our paint is that it is mixed by Ma- 
chinery. This fact, and this alone, will cause the same quantity of material to cover one-third 
more surface than if mixed by hand. Itis alsomixed more thoroughly, spreads more evenly, 
and will not peel nor chalk off. Parties after using recommend it to their neighbors with- 
out any solicitation on our part. We now ask you to give our Paint a trial either on house, 
barn, or fence, and if it gives you satisfaction, then recommend it to your friends. 

These Paints are warranted entirely free from adulteration. They are more durable and 
economical than white lead (for inside or outside work on brick, wood, iron or stone) and 
heing composed of the best material, we can confidently recommend them to manufacturers 
and dealers for their unrivaled purity, covering capacity, permanency of color, convenience 


and economy. 
y Be seve and try this Paint, 


SAFETY ALIKE FROM FIRE AND CYCLONES. 


What George E. Glines Accomplished Towards Giving to Man a 
Good Roof Over His Head. 


Three stories of interest to the public at large, are concisely told by the accompanying 
illustration. First that it is possible in these days of human invention for a man to provide 
so throughly for the safety of his home in the time of fire by the character of the roof he 
puts upon it and the nature of the paint he uses, that he may, if he sees fit ( although it is to 
be hoped that he wouldn’t do so), sit idly by, reading his paper by the light of the burning 
house of his next door nelghbor without fear for the destruction of his own roof. The 
second story is that a man instead of having carpenters or roofers every time his roof needs 
repairing or a new covering, can, with the famous Rubber Roofing, safely intrust the job to 
the younger members of his own family, so easily is Rubber Roofing applied. The third 
idea expressed by the illustration is tnat science and intelligent manufacturing skill have at 
last given a roofing susceptible of universal use; which, in other words, can be used with 
advantage on any roof, be it the humble woodshed or the spired and turreted roof of a 
grand cathedral, a Fifth avenue palace or a country residence. 





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The materials referred to are the products of Geo. E. Glines at 40 West Broadway this 
city. The “ Rubber Roofing” treated of in his illustrated circulars, which are mailed free 
on request, has obtained a wide reputation in this country and is steadily growing in public 
favor as their many points of superiority are becoming more and more apparent, and the 
above illustration might have included a fourth scene and with truth and propriety have 
shown a street in Charleston, S. C., just after the tremendous storm of August last year, 
(which was little short of a cyclone) might have shown the streets piled with sheets of tin 
and shingles torn from the roofs of many houses, and in the same street, a few houses the 
roofs of which had not been even so much as slightly damaged by the great storm. Itisa 
matter of record not only that the roofs of such buildings in Charleston as were covered 
with Rubber Roofing escaped uninjured, but that the same experience has been found in 
many other places. For rainy countries, windy countries, dry and hot countries, Rubber 
Roofing seems to be the only satisfactory roof material that can be used. A practical roofer 
who has used a million feet of the material, testifies that the condensation of steam, vapors 
or moistures of any kind which goes on under metal, slate or shingle does not occur under 
Rubber Roofing, and that consequently there is no rusting of iron or rotting of timbers in 
and under roots so covered. As long ago as 1876 the New York Board of Underwriters 
fixed the rate on roofs covered with Rubber Roofing at the same figures as their standard 
rate on tin roofs. The use of slate roofing paint, independent of its application to rubber 
roofing is widespread and universal. The bodv of the paint is pure slate grouud as fine as 
flour and it is absolutely water-proof. Old roofs can be painted and rendered as good as 
new by slate paint, and it is also used on brick or porous walls to prevent dampness.— The 
“ World,” N. Y, City, Aug. 8th, 1886. 


Our terms are Cash. We ship no goods C. O. D. 
, NEW YORK CASH PRICE LIST. 


To secure prompt shipment, orders from ( Bank Draft on New York, 
parties not commercially known must be Send money ; P. O. Money Order, 
accompanied by remittance, or satisfactory | either by 1 Registered Letter, or 
city references. | Express (charges prepaid.) 


j=Agents charge the following prices and freight from New York. 


RELIABLE ROOFING MATERIALS. 
Rubber Roofing Number One. Roll covers 300 sq. ft., per Roll, $4.50 


With nails, caps and paint for one COat...........e0ee 6.00 Per Square. 
He * SP Ta en UWOACOBUS. cens-cetes 7.50 $2.50 
Rubber Roofing Number Two. With nails, caps and paint for two coats...... 3.25 
Rubber Roofimg NumberThree. “ “ “ “% &  % 6 3.75 


A “square” means 100 square feet of surface, or 10x10 ft., and a roll of No. 2 or No. 3 
contains this quantity, with sufficient extra felt for two inch lap. We do not sell less than 
full Squares of either grade. 


CLINES’ PATENT SLATE ROOFINC PAINT. 


davallon.and packace a.) v0. be i pleeo | LOigallonsiand keg, 30 0. onc. 4S. 7.00 
Dap Ba S We er See Sony rege ils, es Sin Mel we tc! Js Ur ee. ee 10,50 
Sy Ot ss + By te: Eee ae are ues OO 51 ZO ie ‘amt eee nes. c Ss, 81.00 
is en os a olor th epi ah ALY, | DO aa ce cee DOLS CRs clues we lta os 00,00) 
ROOF BRUSHES. ROOFING CEMENT. 
(See Illustration.) sae COs steely teen ai Votes ire 
No. 3 (Flat) Be . $1.00 —10 cans in one'case,” #245. 2% 0 
“ Extra” (3 round brushes in one block) Metal caps, 20 cents per pound. 


Specially adapted for tin, felt or iron, 2.00 Barb wire roofing nails, 9 cents per pound. 


FINE CRADE SLATE PAINT READY FOR USE. 


(A superior mixed paint for inside or outside work.) 


Blue, Yellow, Indian Red or Black, $2.00 per gallon; Green, $2.50; Vermillion, $3.00; 
White, or other colors on sample card, $1.50 


CLINES’ WATER-PROOF BUILDING PAPER. 


Air-tight, | No.12,. . . . . $200 No.212, . . . . $150 ) Water, 
16, ako Weel SO S16. Rg tole oto j 

Durable, DB 0a ay Vee tena 25 PMU noe tity sm) YE) Wind, 
B02. OMe Reale TE 230 ES iid cigs DC 

Strong, Rolls are usually 36 inches wide and contain 100 to 1,000 LS EG 

Odorless. sq. ft. Order any quantity you require. Proof. 


Above prices are for 100 square feet, and the materials are suitable for walls or ceilings 
in place of plaster. They may be painted any color, or covered with wall paper. 


Plaster Board—36 in. wide, roll of 650 Sq. ft.........cceeec esse seeeee secon ceeeeeees $6.50 


For use under clap-boards, tin, slate, shingles, or between floors, any of the following 
will give satisfaction by keeping dampness out and preventing wind penetrating, thus mak- 
ing building cooler in summer or warmer in winter at small expense. 


IMPROVED WATER-PROOF SHEATHING PAPER. 


No. 80—275 sq. ft., $2.50 No. 70—500 sq. ft., $3.00 No. 60—900 sq. ft., $3.60 
Tar Paper—best quality.........seeescseeeceeeeeees per roll, 300 sq. ft., $1.50 


ROSIN-SIZED SHEATHING PAPER. 
NON St iecstsccomtascsces per roll, 500 sq. ft., $2.50 IN DLs ccestsaces seeeeee per oll, 500 sq. ft., $3.00 


Deadening Felt—Ffor use under floors, between partitions, etc., to deaden all sound. 


Quality A—1 Ib. to sq. yd. price fOr 500 Sq. ft.......scerrerorsersersscecs coscsecsseeserseees $3.00 
cs B—2 a Ws sé iM di ss OPTS ETERS SHO Oe CE EEEE HEHE EH EEOOOH HEHE Ee He OEee 5.00 


The trade supplied—send for Price-Last, Cartage on shipment, 75 cts. 


Whenever a real good article is made, it is soon followed by inferior imitations that pay the dealers 
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We are frequently asked if the grade 3 Roofing can be used for re-covering old shingle 
roofs. It has been used extensively for this purpose, and gives satisfaction. Old shingle 
roofs are apt to be very uneven with bere and there a butt one or two inches above the rest. 
The roofing resting on these points will not be as durable as when placed on flat surfaces. 
It is better to remove the shingles and place the roof-boards close together.—Then apply the 
No. 3 Roofing on the roof-boards. 

If the shingles cannot be conveniently removed, then we recommend that strips of thin 
furring be nailed to the shingles, running from the eaves to the ridge; the strips should be 
about three inches wide and from # to 1 m¢h thick, the edges made beveling and should be 
set 30 inches apart from centre to centre? Lay the roofing from eave to ridge, lapping on 
and nail to the strips of board. (See cut.) When layer isin position tack each end and in 
centre to keep it in place so you will not nail it on crooked. We advise the painting of 
each sheet of Roofing as laid, and if workmen do not wear rubber shoes, care should be: taken 
in walking on the Roofing not to cut holes with the heels. A very convenient method of 
working on steep roofs is to place ladders on each side of the ridge running from ridge to 
eave, tied together at the ridge where they meet. 

Our barb wire nails should be driven down solid through each tin cap. 

Shingles on flat roofs are a total failure everywhere and 
always will be:. Rubber Roofing will give perfect satis- 
faction, (and.can be laid over the worthless shingles.) 


An advantage our Roofing has over all others, is, that should a leak occur in any part 
of the roof, it can be easily found, and effectually stopped, at small cost, with our cement. 


TO ASCERTAIN THE SIZE OF A ROOF. 


For a flat roof multiply the length by the’'width. 20x52—1040 square feet. 
Weuo not sell vart of a roll; if your surface measures 1040 feet, order 1100 feet or 
eleven squares. <A little extra felt is often needed about chimneys, etc. 








For steep roof—20 feet—two sides, 40x52—2080 square feet, order 21 squares. 


TO ESTIMATE COST OF MATERIAL FOR A NEW ROOF. 


Ascertain the amount of surface to be covered ; then select the grade or price of roofing 
wanted. Remember the labor laying is the same for either grade. Consider if you had not 
better pay a little more and get the best—our Rubber Roofing Number Three. ; 

If several roofs are to be covered, you can use grade 3 on one, and grade 2 or 1 on other 
buildings; this will make cost less than if grade 3 were used on all the roofs. 

Add to roofing wanted the price of brush, cement and cartage. 


Rubber Roofing is Fire-proof—Shingles are not. 


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Our materials are used in every state in the Union. 


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‘We Want Active Business Men of Good Standing 


to deal in our manufactures, and to parties carrying'‘stock we will give Exclusive sale. Our 


bee materials are valuable, and Sell readily after being fairly introduced. 





Ries Go See MERCHANTS 

_- Who wish to add a profitable article to their Stock, are asked to consider the subject of Roof: 
ing Materials. Every customer has a direct interest in testing the value of anything that 
> _ promises either a perfect new roof, or a reliable remedy for a Leaky oldroof. The first cost of 
_~. our goods is smali.; they are Staple and reliable, and they are not perishable. It is not neces- 
-. ~~ sary to keep an expensive ‘‘stock,” as orders can be forwarded at any time, for special 
+ demands. -In connection with your business we would suggest that the Control of our man- 
_-ufactures in your neighborhood: would be a valuable acquisition. .Wecan assure you that the 
undertaking is: easy of accomplishment. -The roof of any convenient stable or outhouse, 
- covered for the purpose, furnishes the best practical reeommendation.. Any active man of 
~ ordinary good sense, car’ do the work well with little practice. Such men can be found 
_ everywhere; and the new work or repairs on Roofs alone in any section, will furnish steady 
- . andrenumerativeemployment. = “~~ © ota kee Sea Sones ee 


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ee = LUMBER DEALERS . 

_ Why not handle Rubber Roofing and keep it.itr stock, same as you do shingles? It is in 
your line, and you can often make a Sale, for use on Flat roofs, or where you cannot recom- 
». mend shingles, | ages : 

The profits are good, and the purcliaser can lay it ata cost of 25 to 50 cents a square, while 
~ shingles would cost from $1.25 to $1.50, including nails. Try it. 


: TINNERS 


~ ‘You often have a customer who wants a cheap roof, temporary or otherwise. You cannot 

see your way clear to lay a Tin roof to meet his. views, even of the cheapest materials. Then 

- why not keep Rubber Roofing? You can lay a roof for $2.00, $4.00, or $6.00 a square, and 
make as much profit as you would make on a tin roof. Try it. 


— MEN OUT>OF BUSINESS 
+. ~ And wanting something to do. Go in the Roofing business; laying new roofs with Rubber 
~ Roofing and repairing old ones with Slate Roofing Paint and Cement. It will pay, for as 
‘long as the world exists, men and beasts must be sheltered from heat, cold, and storms. 
- Those desiring permanent and lucrative employment, are earnestly requested to examine 
their own premises with a view of introducing our specialties by local reference and practical 
as well as personal ¢est.. If you own no buildings, examine those of your friends and 
neighbors, or any buildingsin your vicinity. See if they are not rapidly decaying or rusting 
for the simple want of Paint. If there are new buildings going up, or old ones being repaired — 
eee in your neighborhood, suggest our Roofing and House Paints. Then write us what you. 
>= have done, giving parties names; state if they are Builders or Owners, &o. 


IT PAYS. 


Any smart man who wishes to make $1,000 a year ona small capital, to commence in our 
of business. Roofing is a specialty. There is no one in your county who carries 
onthe business. Wow can learn it in one week by studying our instructions, which we 
‘send to all who ask for them. Any man having $100 capital to start with, can purchase 
enough material to roof three ordinary houses. The sum realized from sale and profit on 
this supply, added to the regular pay for labor as roofer, should amount to not less than 


~$200. An expert man could easily do the work in nine working days. 


Soa a WILL YOU BE OURB AGENT? 
- _. If you are unable to advance the money, present the matter to the principal store-keeper 
in your place, and talk it over with him. He will be glad to furnish the stock and divide the 
_ profit with you. We will guarantee the territory to the first responsible applicant. 
We want a local agent in your Town. A prompt energetic man, who is capable of establish- 
ing a rapidly increasing business, with staple and reliable articles that the public without 
exception need and purchase to an extent equaled by no other manufacture article. 
There is no charge for territory or exclusive rights. 4 


It is to the advantage of all agents to keep a small stock. You can then assure sales that 

would be lost if customers have to wait for you to order the goods; two persons with small 

means can make much more money by dividing the profits and labor; one perhaps, giving 
Ss ‘special attention to canvassing and the other to applying our goods. 
This page is addressed to You; read it again. 


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BEST. GOODS. Save money by Pinysiag of the manufacturers. Si : LOWEST PRICES. 


Por DWELLING, 
BARN, SILO or SHED. 


Warranted superior to any other cating in: Sule world: for. fre-proof satis shee. 
and durability. Hither grade gives water- oght covering. Grade 3.is ae ae a J gonmeceies 
roof or to lay over old shingles. ERR, see DR 

Everything ready for use. Easily applied on flat or steep surface, 

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__THE ONLY PATENTED ROOF PAINT— 


is manufactured exclusively for preserving Old Shingle, Felt, or® other Rooks, and etecteatly. 
stopping all leaks: to prevent. dampness frony penetrating Briek Walls, ete, genuine: soa 
Paint is every where acknowledged to:be far superior to any other ar iclé. 

This Paint must not.be oh tae with the numerous worthless wee | now in the market. 


Goon SHEATHING PAFER 


is an Se cundinrete. valuable article for all pocidings: it effectually stops all pariah ik of air. 
‘and excludes moisture.~ It should be odorless; durable, papfactly water-prook; lea toe 
handle.and unrol readily, 3S 
Sheathing Paper should in all cases be used: under clap- boards; as well as ander tin, iron . 
or shingle roofs, and ‘particularly under the ground flooring to’ prevent dampness and: ‘foul 
odors rising into the house, causing malaria or other sickness. 
—Deadening felt can be used to advantage between all partitions? expense ‘is. small and 
repaid many times in making building more comfortable, as it keeps eas warmer. in), 
winter, coolerin summer, and excludes noise, 7 


WE CARRY IN STOCK ALL KINDS, WEIGHTS AND coLors. Eset ae ae 


DUBABLE, ‘NEVER CHALKS— 
BEAUTIFUL. OR SCALES. 


SPECIAL ATTENTION is called rae our House Paint for inside or outside use; it 

is made of pure White Lead and Linseed Oil; has: a paula gloss; ‘is ready for, so oab oe j- 
a strictly first-class paint. - 

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These Mantels, for beauty in’ design and finish, or exact imitation of Oak. ‘Cherry, < 
Mahogany or of the most expensive imported Marbles, cannot be excelled. We also. make 
_to order Special Designs or colors to match carpets, trimmings, or decorations’ ofr rooms, : 


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